2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 336 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Galaxy | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
